Elegance b&b in Cariati, new rooms near the sea
Elegance b&b is a small bed and breakfast in Cariati, Calabria, on the Ionian coast, not far from the sea. It has air-conditioned rooms with private bathroom and Wi-Fi, and breakfast is taken at a partner bar. I recommend it to anyone wanting a simple base by the sea, as long as they confirm the booking carefully.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Elegance b&b is and how to get there
Elegance b&b is in Cariati, in the province of Cosenza, on Via Pietro Nenni, on Calabria's Ionian coast. The beach can be reached on foot: one guest talks about a few minutes from the sea, and that is one of the reasons people choose it. Crotone airport is the nearest, but you will still need a car to get there.
It is a convenient position for anyone wanting a quiet base in a seaside town, without the pretensions of a resort. Those coming for work appreciate it just as much, as everything necessary can be found nearby.
What the rooms and breakfast are like
The rooms at Elegance b&b are air-conditioned, with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with toiletries, hairdryer and bidet. Guests describe them as new, clean and spacious, with a very comfortable bed. The property is in a building that also has other spaces, so the feel is more like home than a hotel.
- The rooms. Refurbished and fitted with air conditioning or a heat pump, according to those who have stayed. The listing also mentions open spaces onto a garden or terrace for some rooms.
- Breakfast. It is not served on the property. Guests have it at a partner bar a few steps away, and they find it very good.
- Room service. On request, breakfast can also be brought to the room at no extra charge, one guest says.
The breakfast arrangement at the bar is worth bearing in mind. If you are looking for an indoor breakfast room, you will not find one here.
What guests say
The Google rating is 4 from 9 reviews. There are few of them, so take them with caution, but almost all are positive. The common thread is the kindness of the owner, described as friendly and attentive to every need.
Several people highlight the cleanliness, the comfortable bed and the calm. Someone describes a generous gesture, such as a discount on the agreed price or being able to stay longer on the day of departure at no cost. One guest also recalls a solution the owner found after an unexpected problem, with the choice left to the guests.
There is, however, one very negative review that cannot be ignored. A group says it booked three rooms during the Ferragosto week, mid-August, but found only two on arrival. They had to fit three people into one room, and they judge the owner to have made little effort to find an alternative. Other guests describe the opposite experience, but the lesson still holds.
What to know before you book
For such a small place, the details matter. Here is how I would lay them out.
| Strong points | Worth keeping in mind |
|---|---|
| New, clean and air-conditioned rooms | Few reviews, so a limited sample |
| Close to the sea, on foot | Breakfast is at a partner bar, not on site |
| Kind and flexible owner | One case of a missing room in peak season |
| Friendly, quiet atmosphere | Parking is not described in the listing |
My practical advice is to ask for written confirmation of the rooms if you are travelling as a group or in August. Also ask where to leave the car, as the listing does not say.
Who it suits
I would choose it for a couple or two friends who want a simple, well-kept place near the sea, without hotel services. It is also fine for anyone travelling for work who wants a new, quiet room with air conditioning.
I would not recommend it to anyone wanting a resort with a pool and entertainment, nor to large groups arriving at Ferragosto without a clear confirmation. In that case, a bigger property is the better choice.
What to do in Cariati and along the Ionian coast
A typical day here is spent by the sea. From the property you walk to the beach and come back for a break. For a change of scene, AcquaPark Odissea 2000 is a short drive that suits families, while the Ionian coast offers stops that are easy to combine.
If you want to continue your trip in Calabria, have a look at B&B Green House in Morano Calabro and B&B La Stella in Civita. I can only tell you the name and village of each, but they are two ideas for a second day inland.
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